Category: News From the Memphis Jewish Federation
-
Rhodes Hillel Welcomes New Jewish Students with Warm Reception
Starting college invokes so many emotions: excitement and anticipation, yes. But it can also be a time of anxiety, searching, and sometimes isolation. Thankfully, for Jewish students in Memphis, Hillel can be a home away from home.
-
Marty Kelman: The Business Mind Behind JCP’s Success
Not every organization is lucky enough to have a Board Chair with extensive business knowledge and a deep understanding of what it takes to operate a multi-layered, complex organization. As Marty Kelman concludes his impactful tenure as Chair of Jewish Community Partners (JCP), his departure marks the end of a…
-
Scott Notowich: The Right Leader at the Right Time
When Scott Notowich first took office as the Chair of the Memphis Jewish Federation in 2023, he had no idea his tenure would be marked by a devastating terrorist attack in Israel, an ongoing multi-front war across multiple borders, or a dramatic spike in violent antisemitic attacks here in the…
-
In D.C., Memphis Jewish Federation Leaders Champion Security and Community Relations
Antisemitism is on the rise, with threats and attacks making headlines and reaching unprecedented levels. To combat this, late in June, in a demonstration of national unity and advocacy, over 400 Jewish leaders from 100 communities across the nation met for an impactful two-day fly-in to Washington, D.C. Organized by…
-
Bolstering Security in an Era of Escalating Antisemitism Will Be a Focus of Upcoming Annual Meeting
In the wake of the horrifying murders of two Israeli Embassy employees at a Washington D.C. Jewish event last month, security is undeniably at the forefront of every Jewish American’s mind. Our collective sense of vulnerability has amplified the urgent need for robust protective measures within Jewish communities nationwide. In Memphis, a…
-
Memphis Yom HaShoah Commemoration Will Explore Intergenerational Responsibility with Second Generation Holocaust Survivor
“The children of Holocaust survivors are collectively referred to as the Second Generation. Not since the biblical flood and the start of a new world with Noah had there been a second counting of generations. Our parents’ entire world was destroyed, and with us they had to begin anew.” Anna…
-
Planting Seeds of Philanthropy: B’nai Tzedek Nurtures New Generation of Givers
In honor of the 30 year anniversary of the Jewish Foundation of Memphis, we are showcasing the Foundation’s history and impact through a content series across multiple platforms. This will include a regular article series in the Hebrew Watchman, with each article focusing on different themes and delving into the…
-
Nosh, Network, and Give Back: Young Jewish Memphis Celebrates at Upcoming BGS Soiree on April 3
Ready to indulge in delicious Italian cuisine, wine and conversation amongst fun, passionate young Jewish Memphians who love their community? If so, we have just the event for you. Federation is hosting the second annual Ben Gurion Society (BGS) Soiree: A Taste of Tuscany, an Italian feast, on April 3rd…
-
Reinforcing Our Resolve: Memphis Jewish Federation at ADL’s ‘Never Is Now’ Conference
“My name is Gal, and I am Jewish.” This powerful declaration from Israeli actress Gal Gadot set the tone for ADL’s “Never Is Now” conference in New York City on March 3-4, where a delegation from Memphis Jewish Federation joined more than 4,000 leaders to confront rising antisemitism. Actor David…
-
Federation Remembers Past and Present Surivors at 2024 Yom HaShoah Commemoration
Memphis Jewish Federation’s 62nd Annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration was marked with hope and sorrow. Guests experienced the joy of gathering in community and holding out hope for better days to come, while also acknowledging the heartbreak of the attack on Israel, the hostages still in captivity and the atrocities committed…
Jewish Community Partners 